Wineglass Bay Lookout

We visited Wineglass Bay Lookout in January, right in the middle of summer, and it was such a great experience. The weather was warm but not too hot, so the hike up felt totally doable. It’s still a bit of a climb — lots of steps and a steady uphill — but if you take it at your own pace, it’s fine. The track is well maintained & Once you reach the top, the view is insane. That classic curve of white sand and bright blue water looks exactly like the photos, but even better in real life. It’s one of those “wow” moments where you forget the hike and just stand there soaking it in. Because it was summer, it was a bit busier than usual, but the lookout area is big enough that you can still get a nice clear view and take photos without feeling rushed. And honestly, the view makes you forget everything — the bright blue water, the perfectly curved white beach, and the mountains around it… it really does look like a postcard. There was a light breeze at the top which was actually perfect after the walk up. If you’re visiting Freycinet in summer, this is a must-do. The hike, the lookout and that iconic Wineglass Bay view — totally worth the effort!!

Sensational. Gorgeous lookout, with a well-signed and well-maintained track. The walk from the carpark to the lookout is approx 1.5 km but has some steep incline and lots of steps, so allow at least 40 minutes up. Lookout area is a one-way loop so all tourists are well spread out with good photo-taking opportunities. The loop back from the lookout is slightly longer but all downhill. The carpark can be very busy at peak times. You need a National Parks Pass to visit the sites within Freycinet National Park.

Worth the trip to Freycinet to see the bays and walk around this gorgeous and fun park. The time estimated provided are fairly accurate. The walk to Wineglass Bay lookout, thought not technically difficult, does go through a pretty significant elevation change in a short time, involving both steep slopes and plenty of steps. I don't know the exact number of steps involved, but there were enough (in the hundreds I believe) that when I saw that the hike to the beach involved another 1000 steps, I chose to just stick to the Wineglass Bay loop (given a bad knee). The 40ish minute hike is a loop, so you rarely see other hikers (until the lookout). The lookout itself is gorgeous and well made. It's a fairly long platform; you keep going, expecting it to end, and it keeps offering new vantage points. The journey back is a bit less scenic and, unless I missed something, offers less rest spots than the way up (I only recall seeing one bench on the way down, that also offers one of the best vantage points of the hike). All around, it's a great hike and should be doable by most people. There's plenty of spots to rest, it's about 20ish mins both ways (so you're only ever 20ish mins away from the parking if you can't continue), and the views are amazing.

Fantastic hike! The trail is very well maintained. We went around 0900, and it wasn’t busy at all. As we were leaving around 1100, the parking lot was starting to fill up and the trail was becoming more crowded. The hike up is quite doable for those with moderate fitness levels. There are plenty of places to stop and take a breather.

Lookout as ok. But had to pay $50 to get a pass for the park. A bit crazy given I went for a 2 hour walk with no special amenities on offer. In Victoria I have been to much nicer parks for zero costs.

Wineglass Bay Beach is a paradise of powdery white sands and turquoise waters framed by dramatic pink granite peaks. The short hike to this pristine crescent bay rewards with breathtaking views and An absolute Tasmanian gem; 5 stars without hesitation

Such a nice hike! Mesmerising view from this lookout! WOW! I would recommend you carry a small water bottle with you (filled with water, of course).

Well worth the steps up. Also worth the steps down the other side to the beach, which most people didn't do. Going over the isthmus to the beach the other side even more so. A longer, more isolated and almost as pretty beach is the reward.

Wineglass Bay is within Tasmania's Freycinet National Park and is one of Australia's most iconic destinations. Cruise ships swing through Ho see it. Named for its unique crescent-shaped shoreline, the bay's curve resembles the rim of a wineglass when viewed from above. Its name, however, comes from a darker past. In the 19th century, the bay was used for whaling, and the waters would turn red, completing the "wineglass" imagery. Thankfully, today, it is just a beautiful beach. Getting to Wineglass Bay is an adventure in itself. The hike begins at the national park's entrance and offers a challenging uphill hike. The first section leads to the Wineglass Bay Lookout, where you're rewarded with views of the turquoise waters. Worth the hourish hike.

Take the 30-40 minute climb (and bring along some water) to take in the famous view of Wineglass bay in Freycinet National Park in Tasmania. We spent about 1-1/4 hour in total including time for photos at the top and some rest breaks along the way. The trail is very well maintained and is mostly a crushed gravel path that winds its way up to the viewpoint at the top. There are considerable granite steps that are a touch uneven so sturdy shoes are the best choice for the journey. If you take you time it's something most anyone can do. It certainly is strenuous at times after a couple flights of stairs but just take your time. You will most likely encounter people coming up as you go down so give them a little encouragement when they ask "is it worth it?"